Split Pass Part 2: The Cradle

Last week, Big Guy BJJ introduced us to the Split Pass with this video. This week, they gave us a new variation to use on a more flexible opponent. You may find that when you attempt the split pass on someone with extra flexibility, they may be able to still hold onto your foot with theirs.

With the cradle version of the pass, You leave your opponent with little choice but to let your foot loose. Not only are you forcing them to do the splits, you are also crunching their body sideways while keeping your weight on their midsection. The compression begins to suffocate them until they release and allow you to pass.

Jared is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitor and an English professor. He's competed and won multiple submission grappling tournaments on the regional and national circuits. One thing he truly enjoys about the fitness community is the constant opportunity to find ways to improve. He's had the wonderful experience of coaching both Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and wrestling. He got into weight lifting and conditioning to better his competition skills, and has never looked back.